Description

2,3-Dicyano-1,4-Naphthoquinone is a versatile and highly functionalized quinone derivative, serving as a critical building block and reagent in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both quinone and nitrile groups, makes it an excellent electron acceptor and a key precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functional materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and advanced electronic components.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of novel quinone-based drug candidates, including potential anticancer and antimicrobial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its bioactive quinone core.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for n-type organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials in OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized high-performance dyes and pigments.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific electronic or redox properties.
• Research Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D as a dienophile in Diels-Alder reactions and for constructing complex polycyclic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dicyano-1,4-Naphthoquinone
CAS No.	1018-78-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₄N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	208.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Naphthoquinone, 2,3-dicyano-; 2,3-Dicyano-1,4-naphthoquinone; 1,4-Naphthalenedione, 2,3-dicyano-; DCNQ; 2,3-Dicyano-1,4-naphthalenedione; NSC 401564; 2,3-Dicyanonaphthoquinone
EINECS	213-850-5

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dicyano-1,4-Naphthoquinone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.